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| Energy Boost | |
In southern Louisiana, a new receiving terminal for liquefied natural gas will help meet growing U.S. demand for efficient and affordable energy. Currently, there are just four onshore LNG receiving terminal/regasification facilities in the United States—all built more than 25 years ago. But things are about to change. | |
| Paving the Way | |
Bechtel is driving forward on the biggest highway project now under construction in Europe. Romania’s economic hopes are ingrained in an actual road now under construction—the Autostrada Transilvania. | |
| Positive Reaction | |
After a two-decade lull, countries are taking a new look at nuclear power. Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant in Alabama is once again splitting uranium atoms to convert water to steam and crank out nearly 1,200 megawatts of electricity—enough to power 650,000 homes. To watchful eyes, Browns Ferry is a symbol of changing attitudes toward nuclear power. | |
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| Milestones | |
![]() Keeping up with Bechtel projects, people, and safety records around the world. | |
| Front End | |
The commute across Tacoma Narrows south of Seattle, Washington, just got easier with the opening of the new Narrows Bridge.
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| Detail Design | |
The oil sands of northern Alberta are loaded with bitumen— a tarry form of crude oil. See how it gets upgraded for use in refineries.
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